Hamazkayin is excited to announce its first-ever
Western Armenian Immersion experience for Armenian youth aged 10 – 14 years old
from August 2 through August 11, 2020. The first of its kind in the US, Petag
is designed to bring young Armenians together for ten days, to create, explore,
and bring Armenian language to life. Participants will develop friendships,
learn new skills, and have fun learning Armenian through real conversations,
interactive workshops, field trips, games, and mealtime. Workshops will be moderated
by talented staff dedicated to sharing their expertise in a wide array of
fields, all while speaking Armenian!

Activities will
include creative writing, drama, media, technology, and outdoor and indoor
sport activities, including swimming at the St. Mary of Providence Center in
Elverson, PA. The beautifully landscaped, expansive property is located just 40
minutes from the city of Philadelphia.

In alignment with Hamazkayin’s mission, Petag’s
purpose is to promote and preserve Armenian identity by inspiring young
generations of Armenians to keep the Western Armenian language alive.
Participants will improve their Armenian skills not through classroom learning,
but rather through activities they enjoy in their daily lives. As Dr. Khatchig
Mouradian, Program Director of Hamazkayin ArtLinks stated, “Language
is not something you put in a jar and preserve. It’s very much alive. We want
these children to think outside the box and have fun with the Armenian language
in their own way.”

Early bird registration,
before March 31, is $350, while registration after March 31 is $400. Registration
covers lodging, meals, instruction, field trips, and all activities. Space is
limited to 30 participants, so REGISTER EARLY to reserve your spot. All
applications are subject to approval. Participants must arrange their own
transportation to and from St. Mary of Providence Center.

Hamazkayin
Armenian Educational and Cultural Society’s mission is to promote and preserve
Armenian identity and cultural traditions. Gifts to Hamazkayin help fund
important exhibitions, educational public programming, and support the next
generation of Armenian creators. Hamazkayin is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

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History of Hamazkayin The 1920’s coincide with significant political and cultural upheavals in the history of the Armenian people. The Armenian Genocide—perpetrated from 1915-1923 by the Ottoman and Turkish authorities—as well as the collapse of the First Republic of Armenia and the Soviet persecutions that followed caused immense chaos. The survivors were dispersed all over [...]